Modern Database Management

Modern Database Management, 13th Edition, is an English-language textbook written by Jeff Hoffer, Ramesh Venkataraman, and Heikki Topi for college and university courses in database management. The text provides structured theoretical and practical instruction for undergraduate students and information systems graduates preparing to design, build, and maintain enterprise database systems.

Instruction begins with an overview of the database environment and the software development process, followed by detailed coverage of data modeling in organizational settings. Learners explore conceptual framework design using the enhanced entity-relationship model before advancing to logical database design and relational structure concepts. Practical implementation is developed through introductory SQL commands, advanced SQL queries, physical database design, and database infrastructure planning.

To address modern operational environments, this 13th Edition provides revised coverage of application security and multi-user solutions. Published by Pearson with a 2019 copyright year, the book connects methodological database design tools with current software development practices.